6'6 medium shimano compre casting rod Muskie (Previous Model) frame SeaGuide guides with Zirconia inserts provide increased hardness and durability while improving casting and fish COMPRE SALMON/STEELHEAD CASTING | SALMON

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Same for the grip: rubberized on the ends, decent cork in the middle

Smaller sizes are better for clear, calm water, while larger sizes are better for bigger fish or stronger currents

Stripers are drawn to the vibration the jointed body creates and, the guide says, it looks like an injured fish once the fish get close

A 9 foot single-handed rod is the all-around standard

Peaceful mountain stream and meadows with jagged Sawtooth peaks Distance: 4.5 miles roundtrip Type: out and back Difficulty: easy with little elevation change Best season: summer and fall In September 2018, we returned to Idahos Sawtooth Mountains for a week of day hiking and backpacking